Hip-hop whizz and artist SM Tone embodies ideas that reflect the change he wishes to see in the world. This is exuded in every track from this eclectic emcee, who deserves recognition for keeping Southside rap alive while refusing to be boxed into a single sound or trope. He wants his listeners to walk away understanding that there are multiple ways to tackle the human experience. This is proficiently demonstrated in his single, “Smile.”
Amidst all the chaos, adversity, despair, and anguish going on in the world today, we need someone to remind us that everything will be okay; we just have to hold on a little bit, be positive, work on ourselves, and soon enough, something will happen. There has been so much negativity, and the last thing we want is music glorifying or amplifying those depressing emotions. This is what prompted SM Tone to create the single “Smile”- a positive hip-hop masterpiece that is full of positive affirmations to empower, inspire, and uplift a listener.
The instrumentation is engaging right from the start and lays the perfect foundation for SM Tone’s unmistakable vocals. He rap-sings distinctly, setting the tone with that unforgettable chorus that will linger in the heart and mind long after the final notes fade away.
Unleashing some intellectual bars that pertain to the thematic essence of the jam, Tone captures the essence of the tune expressively, stealing the spotlight with shrewd flows over such a hypnotic production.
The guest emcee, Kev Swavé, elevates the song to new heights with his memorable flows, accentuating the weight of the meaningful theme.
The production here is right; it has not been overdone and provides solid support for both of these emcees. The accompanying music video on YouTube is a visually striking body of work that stays relevant to the subject matter, perfectly complementing the song both in storyline and symbolism.
To summarize, “Smile” features lyrics that are spot on, and the message is deeply relatable to many that deal with spiritual, mental, financial, and/or physical bondage. The brilliant instrumentation tells a story, just as the lyrics and the music video are just as powerful as the song itself.
To start your day on a positive note, make sure you have this song as part of your favorite playlist.
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